As hospitals continue to treat the injured, families push on with the search for their loved ones, and tributes to those who lost their lives in the sickening attack flood in, measures are simultaneously being put in place over the steps that need to be taken next.

Following the tragic event, the arena tweeted the message: "We are shocked and deeply saddened by the terrible tragedy in Manchester. Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected and their families.

The O2 Arena in London, where Ariana Grande is due to perform later this week, send out his message about the gigs [O2 Arena Twitter]

"We are in contact with the promoters of Ariana Grande’s tour and will update as soon as we have further information regarding the planned dates at The O2."

In a statement given to ABC, her management team explained: "Due to the tragic events in Manchester the Dangerous Woman tour with Ariana Grande has been suspended until we can further assess the situation and pay our proper respects to those lost.

"The London O2 shows this week have been cancelled as well as all shows through June 5 in Switzerland.

Singer Ariana Grande is said to be devastated and inconsolable following the tragedy [Getty]

"We ask at this time that we all continue to support the city of Manchester and all those families affected by this cowardice and senseless act of violence.

But heartbroken Ariana previously tweeted: "Broken. From the bottom of my heart, I am so so sorry. I don't have words.”